Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Question Answered: Whey Protein vs. Soy Protein

You may think checking the headlines and articles at VeloNews.com several times a day is a bit extreme, but it's how I stay updated on pro cycling news and amped up for cycling during the off-season.

Anyway, I've been contemplating what else I can do to up my endurance and strength on the bike, besides adding miles. I'm not a nutritionist or exercise physiologist, but I noticed that my performance, recovery, and muscle tone got better when I was using whey protein after rides in July and August. I figure that since my muscles had more protein to draw from, they were better able to rebuild themselves after me tearing them up (literally) while exercising.

It turns out that what I remember from my high school weightlifting class and my brushes with sports nutrition in college tae kwon do and cycling are correct. Check out this article regarding whey protein versus soy protein. I'm not lactose-intolerant, but this is excellent stuff to know. I can make a more educated decision when I head to GNC for protein powder.

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Twenty-something cycling enthusiast. Owns one road bike, but will own more in the future. Dreams of winning a field sprint. Has worked in three different bike shops. Loves playing around on that one bike. Loves and lives to ride.

Words To Ride By

"When they crash in those sprint finishes, it's 40-45mph. If they're on a decent, it can be 55-60mph. Next time you're in your car at 50mph, strip down to your underwear and jump out the door. And that's what it's like to crash in a professional bike race." ~Jonathan Vaughters